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Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - Full Time

Waverly Heights
Gladwyne, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/3/2026
Responsibilities

Waverly Heights is currently seeking a Full Time Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to join our team. Waverly's Therapeutic Recreation Specialists play a crucial role in the compassionate care by enhancing the well-being of our residents. If you are a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist who enjoys making a difference by helping to design and implement interactive programs for our residents that provide opportunities for meaningful emotional and social engagement, please apply! Daily responsibilities of this position include:

  • assisting Director of Therapeutic Recreation in planning recreational activities and special events
  • representing the Therapeutic Recreation department at Interdisciplinary Care Conferences
  • assisting with completion of activities assessments (as assigned)
  • distributing activity calendars to residents
  • creating and posting daily activity sheets in the nurses' stations
  • ensuring necessary supplies are available for activities
  • documenting participation in resident activities

Our Therapeutic Recreation Specialist are scheduled 40 hours per week. Certification in recreational therapy or Music Therapy and/or previous experience working in Therapeutic Recreation is preferred. Our ideal candidate will have exceptional customer services skills, a positive attitude, work well in a team environment, and have the ability and willingness to learn. Waverly Heights provides a friendly work atmosphere along with great pay and benefits to support each employee's well-being and success!

Exceptional Benefits

Waverly Heights provides exceptional benefits for full-time employees including:

  • 100% employer paid Medical Insurance
  • 100% employer paid Dental Insurance
  • 100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off
  • Educational Assistance including Student Loan Assistance, Tuition Assistance and Scholarships
  • Generous non-matching 401(k) contributions annually to help save for retirement

About Waverly Heights

Welcome to Waverly Heights, where compassion, respect, and the hospitality mentality are the foundation of our organization. Located just outside of Philadelphia in Gladwyne, PA, we take pride in creating an inviting atmosphere where residents and employees alike feel valued and appreciated. At Waverly Heights, we firmly believe that our success stems from the dedication and care of our team members. We support each individual's growth and professional development, recognizing that their contributions play a vital role in our collective achievements. If you are someone who understands the importance of your role in shaping Waverly's success and finds fulfillment in making a positive difference in the lives of others, we invite you to join our team and be part of something truly exceptional!

Waverly Heights is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. At Waverly Heights, we value and respect the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all individuals, and we actively promote a culture of inclusion and belonging.

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